Can I join even though I did not give birth to any of our 5 children?

Patricia - posted on 04/25/2012 ( 9 moms have responded )

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I am interested in this group. My husband and I ave had custody of our nices and nephews since they were babies. They are all teens now. Two of our children have disabilities as well as my 31 year old brother who also lives with us. I would love to share stories and recieve advice. May I join?

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Patricia - posted on 05/30/2012

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Thanks Kerry, It is not how we planned to be parents, but I wouldn't change it for anything in the world.

Kerry - posted on 05/30/2012

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Patricia, you sure do sound like a Mom to me!! Well done on stepping up to take care of your nieces and nephews. :-)

Sheila - posted on 05/17/2012

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I know it is nice isn't it. :)

Patricia - posted on 05/17/2012

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Thanks Shelia, I too have time constraints that prevent me from being on more often, but it is nice to know that I have somewrhere to turn to where people will not only understand, but offer advice and help

Sheila - posted on 05/17/2012

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Yes I hope you will enjoy your time here. Welcome :) sorry for being so late but I don't get on much which I need to do better about.

Pauline - posted on 05/12/2012

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Being a mom is hard work...but soo rewarding!!!Your obstacles will one day vanish & your kids will be soo proud of everything U had 2 offer them.Give it time...& by the way...HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY...U deserve it!!!!

Patricia - posted on 05/11/2012

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Pauline, Thank you so much for your kind words. You put a much needed smile on my face, which made it a little more easier to handle my current obstacles and challenges. Again I thank you.

Pauline - posted on 05/10/2012

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Patricia...U,my dear,are more of a mom than anyone else!!!!!My mom always told me that a mom is not the woman who gives birth to you...but the woman who raises you!!!!

Patricia - posted on 04/25/2012

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I am 44 and my husband is 40.